Once at the heart of the global spice trade, Malacca is pumping nearly $3 billion into an ambitious plan to put itself in demand in a different hot commodity - oil.

In fact, in the 16th century, this port on the strategic Malacca Strait was positioned at the fulcrum of the world, linking the Pacific and Indian Oceans at the height of the global spice trade.

MALACCA, Malaysia — The monsoon winds blew tall trading ships to Malacca for centuries, east from India and west from China, laden with silk and spice and the great cultures of the world.Muslims ...

Malaysia’s oldest and most historic town is World Heritage-listed and features a fantastic blend of multinational influences in its architecture, culture and cuisine.

KUALA LUMPUR] MMC Port Holdings is pressing ahead with its planned listing in Malaysia, according to people familiar with the ...

Indonesian state-owned port operator Pelindo and a consortium of the country's sovereign wealth fund and logistics firm DP World have agreed to invest in the expansion of the Belawan port in ...

Malacca is generally a very safe place with a low crime rate. However, there are cases of pickpocketing in crowded areas, as well as bags being snatched by motorbikes, so do be aware around major ...

The Port of Singapore is located on the southern coast of Singapore, along the Strait of Singapore and the Malacca Strait, and it has six terminals.

Once at the heart of the global spice trade, Malacca is pumping nearly $3 billion into an ambitious plan to put itself in demand in a different hot commodity - oil. The Malaysian state is ...

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